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An outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a patterned carpet, and large windows allowing natural light.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a well-lit entrance, a parking lot, and a car parked outside.

1. Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

1.8 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Linda

£103

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for 'Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham'.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a gray sofa with red cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a wooden table, a TV, a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A spacious living area with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

2. Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur

1.8 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Melissa

£64

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a water feature, and a poolside lounge area.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a dining area.

A lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a staircase.

A modern kitchen with a central island, dark cabinetry, and a patterned rug.

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

6.9 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Glennis

£106

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and string lights.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a parking lot, and well-maintained landscaping.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

4. Residence Inn Decatur Forsyth

6.8 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Celestine

£111

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, wooden beams, and a high ceiling.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a Red Bull refrigerator, and a television screen.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.

5. Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

6.2 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Patricia

£57

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a green wall with a plant design.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and a television mounted on the wall.

A large indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by chairs and a lifebuoy.

6. Sleep Inn Decatur I-72

5.3 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Amy

£65

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a lifeguard chair, and a changing room area.

A hotel room with a blue armchair, a green sofa, a wooden table, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and coffee machine. There are also bowls of fruit and a tray of pastries.

7. Fairfield Inn Forsyth Decatur

6.6 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Allen Carolyn

£75

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a filing cabinet.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a patterned carpet.

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a fire pit, and a seating area with cushions.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

8. Holiday Inn & Suites Decatur-Forsyth by IHG

6.2 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Printess

£121

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, and a painting of a cityscape.

A modern kitchen with a checkered floor, wooden cabinets, a microwave, toaster, and a coffee maker.

A pool area with a clear view of the sea, a blue chair, and several lounge chairs.

A hallway with a large poster of corn plants and the word 'Mansion' on the wall.

9. Best Western Forsyth - Decatur

6.5 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Laura

£77

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

10. Garner Hotel Decatur - Forsyth by IHG

6.3 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Katherine

£89

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a dining area featuring a round wooden table and chairs, a kitchenette with a coffee machine, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and floral bedspreads. There are two bedside tables with lamps, and the walls are adorned with framed pictures.

A reception area with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, a potted plant, and a reception desk.

A motel with a central entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a row of single-story buildings.

11. FairBridge Inn Express Decatur Forsyth

6.1 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Awilda

£63

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a lamp on the desk.

A Comfort Inn & Suites with a parking lot and a well-maintained lawn in front.

A hotel room with a sectional sofa, a desk with a lamp, a bedside table, and framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a large Christmas tree, green armchairs, and a high ceiling with a decorative railing.

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Decatur - Forsyth

6.3 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Dohtay

£80

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a geometric pattern, a mirror, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a black doormat, a clock, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area, and a large window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a bench.

13. Baymont by Wyndham Decatur IL North

6.3 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Tim

£60

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A lobby with two grey armchairs, a glass-top coffee table, and a painting of trees on the wall.

A hotel reception desk with a computer, a sign reading "Quality Inn by Choice Hotels", and a "Stay Here" sign.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and framed artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a sofa, and a lamp.

14. Quality Inn Forsyth - Decatur

6.7 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Randi

£66

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a ceiling fan, a seating area with chairs, and a large wooden door.

A clean, well-lit kitchen area with a refrigerator, vending machines, and a coffee station.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a desk, and a chair.

15. Americas Best Value Inn Decatur, IL

6.6 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

Sonia

£55

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A two-story house with a front porch, a central door, and two side windows.

A two-story house with a porch and a front yard.

A green house with a brown roof, a blue barrel, and a white fence in the yard.

A room with a wooden floor, white walls, a window, and a door.

16. Locust housing

2.5 mi from Children's Museum of Illinois

£599

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of Illinois

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion	9.4 Exceptional 892 reviews	View
Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur	7.2 Good 1,000 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Residence Inn Decatur Forsyth	9.0 Wonderful 393 reviews	View
Decatur Conference Center & Hotel	8.0 Very good 1,005 reviews	View

Top Children's Museum of Illinois Hotel Reviews

Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Top notch with spacious rooms and great Bfast bar."

Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

10/10 Excellent

"Great place. Excellent breakfast"

Lakefront, family/dog friendly, paddle board, kayak, views in every room

10/10 Excellent

"You'll want for nothing here. Everything you need is provided, just need to get groceries. Check out is also very easy and minimal. The house is comfortable and relaxing. The lake is wonderful."

Relaxing 4BR Home Perfect for Families & Work Stays

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice. Very clean."

Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

10/10 Excellent

"We truly enjoyed our stay! The staff were so nice & helpful! We will be recommending it to all of our family!"

Large waterfront home w/ boat rental available, great for family vacation.

10/10 Excellent

"Always an amazing stay! Everything you need and more! Such an amazing family get together spot!"

Modern 3BR Home Quiet Area Family Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and property. Great host, highly recommend!"

Cozy lakefront A‑frame w/ hot tub & dock

10/10 Excellent

"It was so nice, the wildlife really gets up close and personal, but overall it was excellent"

Sundrift Lakehouse - Sunsets, Kayaks+Paddleboards!

10/10 Excellent

"Bryce had great communication with us, quickly responded to our messages and so helpful too! The house was nicely furnished, had a nice kitchen and was very clean. The lakefront property was so peaceful and the sunset was beautiful! Thank you!"

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Illinois

Scovill Zoo

8.0/10 (55 reviews)

Birds, fish and animals, from alligators to zebras, will entertain the family at this charming zoo along the eastern shores of Lake Decatur.

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A wooden pier with benches overlooking a lake and forested hills.

Overlook Adventure Park

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Overlook Adventure Park during your travels to Decatur. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Nelson Park

8.4/10 (16 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Nelson Park, a lovely green space in Decatur. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Lake Decatur

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Decatur during your travels in Decatur. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Decatur Public Library

Decatur Public Library is just one of the places to see in Decatur, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Transfer House

You can find out about the history of Decatur with a trip to Transfer House. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Hieronymus Mueller Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Hieronymus Mueller Museum in Decatur. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Millikin University

8.6/10 (112 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Millikin University during your travels in Decatur. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Children's Museum of Illinois?

Children's Museum of Illinois is located in a family-friendly area of Decatur that travellers like for its theatre scene. You'll find 36 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Children's Museum of Illinois?

Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Children's Museum of Illinois. Other good choices within a few miles include Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur and Locust housing.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Children's Museum of Illinois?

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Children's Museum of Illinois.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Children's Museum of Illinois, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Children's Museum of Illinois.

What can I see and do near Children's Museum of Illinois?

Create some family memories at Scovill Zoo, Kirkland Fine Arts Center and Heroic Age Arts Center while you're exploring the area around Children's Museum of Illinois. Explore nature at Lake Decatur and Nelson Park. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Millikin University and Decatur Public Library.

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Our top choices for Children's Museum of Illinois hotels

1. Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

2. Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Decatur

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

4. Residence Inn Decatur Forsyth

5. Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

6. Sleep Inn Decatur I-72

7. Fairfield Inn Forsyth Decatur

8. Holiday Inn & Suites Decatur-Forsyth by IHG

9. Best Western Forsyth - Decatur

10. Garner Hotel Decatur - Forsyth by IHG

11. FairBridge Inn Express Decatur Forsyth

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Decatur - Forsyth

13. Baymont by Wyndham Decatur IL North

14. Quality Inn Forsyth - Decatur

15. Americas Best Value Inn Decatur, IL

16. Locust housing

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Top Children's Museum of Illinois Hotel Reviews

Decatur Conference Center & Hotel

Homewood Suites by Hilton DecaturForsyth

Lakefront, family/dog friendly, paddle board, kayak, views in every room

Relaxing 4BR Home Perfect for Families & Work Stays

Hampton Inn Decatur Mt. Zion

Large waterfront home w/ boat rental available, great for family vacation.

Modern 3BR Home Quiet Area Family Friendly

Cozy lakefront A‑frame w/ hot tub & dock

Sundrift Lakehouse - Sunsets, Kayaks+Paddleboards!

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Illinois

Scovill Zoo

Overlook Adventure Park

Nelson Park

Lake Decatur

Decatur Public Library

Transfer House

Hieronymus Mueller Museum

Millikin University

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